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09/05/2026
🇺🇸🍻 Cheers to Labor Day Weekend in Times Square! Make Playwright Tavern part of your long weekend with live entertainment, delicious food, handcrafted cocktails, cold pints, and classic NYC vibes.
Catch one of the best Frank Sinatra tribute shows in New York City right here on 49th St. 🎙️✨ Kurt Decker
Frank Sinatra Tribute Show Times:
Fridays & Saturdays | 6PM–9PM
Sundays | 12PM–3PM
No reservations. No dress code. Just great music, great drinks & a fun time in Times Square.
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square NYC
09/03/2026
⚽ Premier League football is LIVE in Times Square! 🍀 Watch all of the Premier League matches at Playwright Tavern on 49th St with wall-to-wall football, cold pints, great food, and the perfect NYC matchday atmosphere.
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square NYC
09/03/2026
⚽ Premier League football is LIVE in Times Square! 🍀 Watch the biggest Premier League matches at Playwright Tavern on 49th St with wall-to-wall football, cold pints, great food, and the perfect NYC matchday atmosphere.
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square NYC
09/02/2026
🏈 FOOTBALL IS BACK, BILLS MAFIA! 🦬🔵🔴 Watch every Buffalo Bills game live in Times Square at Playwright Tavern. Catch all the NFL action with cold pints, great food, big screens, and fellow Bills fans all season long.
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square NYC
08/27/2026
Bills Mafia, watch every Buffalo Bills game right here in Times Square! 🦬🏈
Catch all the Buffalo Bills action at Playwright Tavern on 49th St with live NFL games, cold pints, great food and the game-day atmosphere Bills fans are looking for in NYC.
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square
08/25/2026
Kids’ Night on Broadway is back! 🎭✨Playwright Tavern on 49th St is participating tonight, Tuesday, August 25!
For every full-priced adult entrée ordered, kids under 18 receive one FREE entrée + one soda.
Kids can choose from:
* Mini Shepherd’s Pie
* Mini Chicken Pot Pie
* Chicken Fingers & Fries
* Grilled 5 oz. Cheeseburger & Fries
* Fish & Chips
* Pasta with Marinara or Butter
* Choice of one soda
Make it a full Broadway night in Times Square—dinner at Playwright Tavern before or after the show. 🎭🍀
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square
08/25/2026
Kids’ Night on Broadway is back! 🎭✨
Playwright Tavern on 49th St is participating tonight, Tuesday, August 25!
For every full-priced adult entrée ordered, kids under 18 receive one FREE entrée + one soda.
Kids can choose from:
* Mini Shepherd’s Pie
* Mini Chicken Pot Pie
* Chicken Fingers & Fries
* Grilled 5 oz. Cheeseburger & Fries
* Fish & Chips
* Pasta with Marinara or Butter
* Choice of one soda
Make it a full Broadway night in Times Square—dinner at Playwright Tavern before or after the show. 🎭🍀
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square
08/22/2026
Bills Mafia, we’ve got your game days covered all season long. 🦬🏈🍻
Catch Buffalo Bills watch parties in NYC at Playwright Tavern on 49th St — your Times Square sports bar for Bills football, cold pints, great food, and a game-day atmosphere made for Bills Mafia.
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St- Times Square NYC
08/18/2026
An iconic Irish pub in Times Square where there’s always something happening. 🍀🍻 Catch the biggest live sports and games in NYC, enjoy live entertainment, delicious food, cold pints and handcrafted cocktails at Playwright Tavern.
Your go-to Times Square sports bar and Irish pub for game day, Broadway nights, after-work drinks and late nights in NYC. 🏈⚽🎶
📍 Playwright Tavern – 49th St, Times Square
08/15/2026
UFC tonight, Saturday August 15, 9 pm
08/15/2026
⚽🔴 Watch EVERY Manchester United match LIVE in Times Square!
Catch all the action at Playwright Tavern, your go-to Manchester United sports bar in NYC for Premier League matchdays, cold pints, great food, and a true football atmosphere. 🍻
📍 Playwright Tavern – 49th St, Times Square NYC
08/12/2026
Arsenal vs. Manchester City LIVE in Times Square!⚽️
Watch the FA Community Shield at Playwright Tavern, your Irish sports bar in Times Square, this Sunday, August 16 at 10AM. Catch every minute of the action with cold pints, great food, and fellow football fans in NYC. 🍻
📍 Playwright Tavern | 202 W 49th St
08/10/2026
Irish tradition, right here in Times Square. 🇮🇪Our Irish Spice Bag is packed with crispy chicken, fries, peppers, onions, and bold Irish-inspired flavor🔥
Try it at Playwright Tavern 49th st, your Irish pub and sports bar in Times Square and NYC’s Theatre District. 🍻
Address
New York, NY
10019
To reach the pub and restaurant located on 49th St. in New York, you can take the subway to the nearest station and walk from there. Alternatively, you can also take a bus or a taxi to reach the location. If you prefer driving, there are several parking options available nearby where you can park your vehicle for a fee.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 12am |
| Tuesday |
11am - 12am |
| Wednesday |
11am - 12am |
| Thursday |
11am - 12am |
| Friday |
11am - 1am |
| Saturday |
11am - 2am |
| Sunday |
11am - 12am |
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What people say
Playwright Tavern 49th St. is a must-visit pub and restaurant in New York City. Whether you are a local or just visiting for the day, this place offers an inviting experience that will make you feel right at home. The menu features a variety of Irish, American, and continental cuisine, with daily specials and prix-fixe options available. Brunch is also served on Saturdays and Sundays.
One of the highlights of Playwright Tavern 49th St. is the live traditional Irish American Folk Music that can be enjoyed every night. This adds to the warm and lively atmosphere of the place, making it a great spot to unwind after work or before/after a Broadway show.
The dining room on the second floor is beautifully decorated with wood paneling and an impressive collection of Irish playwrights and Broadway memorabilia. From here, you can enjoy people watching while overlooking 7th Avenue - truly immersing yourself in the bustling energy of New York City.
Overall, Playwright Tavern 49th St. has been serving satisfied customers since 1995 and has become a regular stop for theater-goers in the area. Conveniently located in the heart of the Theater District, just minutes from Rockefeller Centre and St. Patrick's Cathedral, this place is definitely worth checking out. So why not stop by for a cold pint or hearty meal? You won't be disappointed!
